IFAD is the world’s fund for transforming agriculture, rural economies and food systems.
Simply put, IFAD invests in rural people. We do this by financing programmes, measuring results, innovating and working with rural people themselves.
Spanning five regions and 92 countries, IFAD works where poverty and hunger are deepest.
From building resilience to empowering rural people and protecting the environment, explore our main areas of work.
Wondering how you can help? Explore the many ways to get involved – and then join us!
Opinions & Insights
When the farmer is the star of the dinner
Thanks to an innovative project, rural women in the Dominican Republic are supplying ingredients to a renowned restaurant.
Podcast
Shaping the future of food in 2025
In our first episode of the year, we look back at the rural success stories of 2024 – and set our sights on what’s to come in 2025.
Press release
17 January 2025
IFAD President calls on leaders at Davos to focus on reducing inequalities and driving growth and stability
As the world grapples with a perfect storm of climate change, conflicts, economic uncertainties, Alvaro Lario, President of IFAD urges business and world leaders to "invest in rural areas to tackle poverty, hunger and inequalities as a pathway to global stability.
GFFA 2025: IFAD advocates for greater global support for small-scale farmers
At the 17th Global Forum for Food and Agriculture (GFFA), IFAD will advocate for stronger global support and investment for small-scale farmers, focusing on promoting diverse, nutritious, and resilient food production practises.
News
28 March 2023
After the earthquake in Türkiye, rural people need more support than ever
Extreme weather events, such as droughts, storms and floods, are putting pressure on the ecosystems that farmers depend on...
Event
12 - 13 February 2025
48th session of the IFAD Governing Council
The overarching theme of the Governing Council is “Catalysing Investment at the 1st Mile”.
10 - 11 February 2025
Seventh Global Meeting of the Indigenous Peoples' Forum at IFAD
Indigenous Peoples’ right to self-determination: a pathway for food security and sovereignty.
Rural Voices
Building resilient food systems in small island developing states
Small island developing states (SIDS) share a range of challenges. Here’s how small-scale farmers are making their agrifood systems more resilient.
The lives of small-scale farmers are being upended by climate change. They need support to adapt to climate change and to protect the planet’s precious resources
Gender inequality is one of the biggest impediments to sustainable development. Without tackling its root causes, we cannot end global hunger and poverty
The funds sent home by migrant workers are a lifeline for rural families, helping to build resilience and support sustainable development
With their traditional knowledge and deep connection to their environments, we work with Indigenous Peoples to build a more inclusive, sustainable future.
Get the latest updates from IFAD.